1686 E Bourbonnais St, Kankakee, IL 60901
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SOLD
DEC 18, 2025

1686 E Bourbonnais St
Kankakee, IL 60901

  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 2,477 sqft (on 0.35 acres)

$189,000

Last Sold: Dec 18, 2025
0% below list $190K
$76/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,395/mo*
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$189,000

Last Sold: Dec 18, 2025
0% below list $190K
$76/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,395/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
2,477 sqft
(on 0.35 acres)

Home Value

Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +184% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$236K
April 2026$183K
March 2026$182K
February 2026$183K
January 2026$182K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
473 S Nelson Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.10
Single-Family Home
$115,000
07/31/26
2
2
982
895 Country Club Dr, Kankakee, IL
0.39
Single-Family Home
$208,000
09/10/25
3
2.5
1,856
708 S Osborn Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.19
Single-Family Home
$233,000
05/27/26
4
2
1,420
764 S Poplar Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.32
Single-Family Home
$175,000
10/07/25
3
1
1,440
995 Justine Dr, Kankakee, IL
0.43
Single-Family Home
$165,000
03/06/26
3
2
1,870
435 S Myrtle Ave, Kankakee, IL
0.44
Single-Family Home
$180,000
10/31/25
4
2
2,128

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
1665 E Bourbonnais St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.04
$170,400
3
2
-
Off Market
496 S Nelson Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.05
$220,400
3
2.5
1,642
Off Market
1571 E Bourbonnais St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.09
-
2
1
930
Off Market
473 S Nelson Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.10
$115,000
2
2
982
Recently Sold
1529 E Bourbonnais St, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.11
$133,700
3
1.5
928
Off Market
459 S Nelson Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.12
$105,500
2
1
1,008
Recently Sold
540 S Osborn Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.11
$65,000
2
1
826
Recently Sold
1816 Pierson Pkwy, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.08
$52,900
1
1
625
Off Market
1828 E Pierson Pkwy, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.09
$126,500
3
1
1,272
Off Market
505 S Osborn Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.14
$98,100
2
1
810
Off Market
619 Wood Ct, Kankakee, IL 60901
0.11
$199,200
3
2
1,200
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1953
Lot Size
0.35 acres
Living Area
2,477 sqft
Price/Sqft
$76/sqft
Parking
2 Car Garage
HOA
None

About this House

Home Of the Week! This spacious 1.5 Story home lends itself to a floor plan perfect for related living. So much character when you enter the spacious living room featuring the gray Bedford stone woodburning fireplace, and Philipine Mahogony walls, and crown molding. With over 2400 square feet of living space, there's room for all your needs, great storage space, and unfinished basement. All of this on a double lot with majestic mature Oak trees, covered deck, Koi Pond, garden shed w/workbench, Hosta, Tulips, Japanese maple, Iris, Lilies, Rose of Sharon, Hydrangea, Arborvitae and privacy fenced yard. 2 Bedrooms on the main floor, the Dining room could be converted back to a bedroom. Second floor includes a Living Room, Kitchen, 1 Bedroom and 1 Bath - However, the heat/central air and water have been disconnected to the 2nd floor. This will be an "AS IS" sale. Roof new 2025, Furnace and Central air 2020, water heater 2016. Toilet in basement works, washer/dryer in basement.
1686 E Bourbonnais St, Kankakee, IL 60901 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,477 sqft single-family home built in 1953. It last sold for the $189,900 asking price on Dec 18, 2025. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate rent is $2,591/month.
Last check for updates: about 18 hours ago
Listed by Amanda Fedrow, ABR,GRI, (815) 953-5521
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Speckman Realty
Bought with: Christopher Piercy, (815) 351-4300, Real People Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12490477

Home Details for 1686 E Bourbonnais St

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished,FullNumber of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Kitchen 2 Nd, Laundry, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2477 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, DisposalDishwasherDisposalDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Wood Burning, Living RoomHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1.5Accessibility: No Disability Access
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No View

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: DeckFencing: FencedOther Structures: Shed(s)
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2Parking: Asphalt,Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1953
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, BrickNot a New ConstructionNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 16170430301300

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $189,900Price Per Sqft: $76/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue Nov 18 2025Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: Kankakee
School Information
Elementary School District: 111Jr High / Middle School District: 111High School District: 111

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2477 Square Feet

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.35 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12490477

Additional Information

Source Internet Automated Valuation DisplaySource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD Listing On IDX Display: YesMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address Display

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Dec 18, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12490477
Sold
$189,000
Dec 12, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12490477
Pending
$189,900
Nov 19, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12490477
Contingent
$189,900
Oct 31, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12490477
PriceChange
$189,900
Price decreased by 5%
Oct 8, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12490477
Listed For Sale
$199,900

Market trends in Kankakee

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$160K
$4.48KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.8%
Price per sq ft
$116
Available listings
78
3MoM

Around this home

What Locals Say about Kankakee

At least 211 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 85 % Say car is needed

  • 80 % Say parking is easy

  • 79 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 75 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 67 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 64 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 60 % Say kids play outside

  • 51 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 50 % Say it's quiet

  • 46 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 44 % Say there's wildlife

  • 44 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 43 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 40 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 38 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 25 % Say there are community events

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  • Donna Tymec
    "I use my car everything is accessible with in 2-10 minutes. Buses run till 11 pm. Commute is easy hardly any congestion when traffic comes "
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  • Vinnie Crump
    "Like that most people are friendly . People have ongoing relationships with neighbors and feel safe. People with dogs seem to respect their neighbors and boundaries don’t leave their dogs outside all evening just letting them bark and bark and bark "
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  • Sluiterdbm
    "Plenty of people walking dogs in the neighborhood and a park down by the river as well. Very nice neighborhood!"
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  • Sluiterdbm
    "I’ve lived here for 22 years in the historic district and there are very unique historical homes to enjoy on walks and friendly neighbors. Very beautiful sunsets over the river to enjoy as well!"
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  • Kathleen Donovan Downey
    "…………Herscher is a great school district. Friendly neighborhood. Nice state park nearby. Safe for kids to play outside. "
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  • Kevali Amphy
    "I wouldn’t take public transportation unless absolutely necessary. Little to no traffic. State and local police are active."
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  • Maliknorsworthy
    "ne of the main roles of parents is providing encouragement, support and access to activities that enable a child to master key developmental"
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  • Olivia Johnson
    "Great access love this community. I am foreign here born and raised. I appreciate everything in this community."
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  • Lateesakfoster93
    "I’ve Been here all my life..very small and quiet.I will recommend if anyone is looking for a smaller town to live."
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  • Mark E. H.
    "Great schools and right next to Hawkins Park with a 2/3 mile jogging track. Close to hospitals. Country living. "
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  • Angela W.
    "It’s run down. People don’t try to improve their property, they do the bare minimum. The Alderman doesn’t enforce anything they just get a check."
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  • Danniiemarie
    "It’s loud at night where I’m by, parties and drinking plus smoking all through the night. If you want to live here just beware"
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  • Olivia Q.
    "I don’t like it.hear to many gun shots, have had a package stolen from my front porch and the lighting outside for the streets suck they aren’t bright at all "
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  • Cristinatrujillo5783
    "No one helps out no one turns in the bad Guys it needs to stop we need to come together to make it town better "
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  • Kennice B.
    "I lived here for 1 yr it's been pretty quiet nice place to live so far will recommend neighborhood to anyone "
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  • Cristinatrujillo5783
    "None we have no events and there is always shooting in the area and they go to jail for a week and get out "
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  • Gerraile
    "There are parks and green spaces but you have to travel through intrepid waters or neighborhoods to get to some. "
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  • Michelle B.
    "not the best neighborhood, some areas are good some are not so great. Be sure to do your research on the areas before making your decision."
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  • Ayersloretta53
    "I've lived in this area for six years and it has been going down hill every since. Loud music and roudy people are moving into thr area."
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  • Nimon B.
    "only one dog in my neighborhood and they pick up after it...but over all it's a really nice neighborhood where I stay at."
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  • Djsluiter
    "We have a holiday housewalk and are constantly doing special events. For Christmas our neighborhood has just started a parade of lights and in the summer there are bike races and block parties, wine and cheese events etc. "
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  • Djsluiter
    "Great place with good parks and plenty of areas to walk dogs. There is the Kankakee River that is always a good place to bring dogs. "
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  • Donnajones287
    "Lived here for almost two years now and this town sucks and the police are even worse. It's not safe here and the hookers walk around with there gas and wash cups to let it know there open for business. "
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  • Kellielafevor
    "Our community does amazing things. The farmers market, downtown activities, the public library. We love our daycare and preschool in the district. "
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Frequently asked questions about 1686 E Bourbonnais St

  • What is the price history for 1686 E Bourbonnais St?
    1686 E Bourbonnais St in Kankakee, IL last sold for $189,000 in December 2025.
  • Is Kankakee a buyer's or seller's market?
    Kankakee is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Kankakee?
    The median sale price in Kankakee is $160K. That is up $4.48K from the prior month.
  • What do residents say about Kankakee?
    Residents describe Kankakee, IL as easy to park in, well-kept, and pedestrian-friendly. See recently sold homes in Kankakee, IL.
  • Does 1686 E Bourbonnais St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 1686 E Bourbonnais St in Kankakee, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 1686 E Bourbonnais St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 1686 E Bourbonnais St in Kankakee, IL has in-unit laundry.

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